The majority of graduate student funding is awarded through the department in the form of either:

  • Awards and Scholarships
  • Teaching and Research Assistantships

Awards and Scholarships

The Environmental Studies Program also offers awards and scholarships for which our studens may apply to.

This award supports ENVS graduate students with a demonstrated commitment to making a significant contribution to science and technology policy in his, her or their work.

For more information on how to apply, vist the info page.

Teaching & Research Assistantships

Departments may award teaching assistantships, which provide a stipend, tuition waiver and partial insurance coverage. All full-time graduate students in good standing are eligible for these appointments.

Students are encouraged to apply for graduate student research assistantships with faculty members at the University of Colorado. Individual faculty members, the Graduate Coordinator, or participating departments can be contacted for additional information. Candidates with a strong quantitative background and with computer expertise are particularly welcome. Good initiative and communication skills are essential.

 

Additional Resources

Awards and Grants

Information on CU Boulder and regional grants and awards for which students may directly apply, as well as information about student employment and loans

National Fellowship Opportunities

Information on national and international fellowship opportunities and dissertation grants offered through outside organizations and agencies for which students may directly apply

Scholarships and Fellowships

Top Scholarship office at CU Boulder has more information on fellowship and scholarship opportunities for graduate students.